2nd & 3rd Shift Machine Operators

My Food and Family; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking motivated individuals to join their Kendallville plant. The role involves performing equipment setup, troubleshooting, and quality checks in a dynamic environment. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to start your career in the food industry.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Program

12 Paid Holidays per Year

Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Discounted YMCA Membership

Product Purchase Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a strong drive for results.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up, start-up, and changeover procedures for equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting issues with line performance.
• Conduct and document quality checks accurately.

Skills

Self-motivated

Basic mathematics skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to work in hot and humid conditions

Job description

Kendallville Plant

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are a staple in households across the country? Kraft Heinz Kendallville is excited to help you start your career today!

Plant Overview:

• Non-union plant employing 280 employees across 3 shifts.
• Purchased in 1934 from Breyer’s Ice Cream and began producing caramel in 1935.
• Began producing Marshmallows and Marshmallow Crème in 1961 and Marbits (dehydrated marshmallows found in cereal) in 1979.
• Kendallville is the sole producer of all our product lines.

Community Overview:

• Kendallville is located about 30 minutes north of Fort Wayne and offers a small-town community.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Perform set-up, start-up, and changeover procedures for equipment as needed.
• Assist in troubleshooting issues with line performance related to equipment operation.
• Accurately maintain downtime records during line operation.
• Perform sanitation duties for production and periodic sanitation work as assigned.
• Conduct and document quality checks accurately.
• Monitor and communicate any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
• Communicate with previous and next shift regarding concerns or watch outs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated with a strong drive for results.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in areas containing dust and starch particles.
• Ability to work in hot and humid conditions.
• Preferred: Basic knowledge of manufacturing, food processing, quality standards, hygiene, and safety.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Starting pay: $20.00–$26.25 per hour
• Annual Bonus Program
• 12 Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, with HRA or HSA options
• 401k with company match
• Additional perks: Paid Parental Leave, Discounted YMCA Membership, Product Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program

Work Schedule:

• 2nd shift (M-F, 2:30pm-10:30pm) or 3rd shift (S-Th, 10:30pm-6:30am)
• Overtime possible

Kraft Heinz is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact us at [e-mail].